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Perioperative Care Fundamentals Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
All of the following instructions about postoperative activity are correct for an obese patient except.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To be as active as possible, walking up to one mile per day by the postoperative office visit,' as it's excessive for an obese patient early postop unlike 'binder' (B), supportive, 'gradual activity' (C), appropriate, or 'work in 1 week' (D), feasible for laparoscopy. In nursing, tailored activity prevents strain; A aligns with NCLEX Perioperative, identifying unrealistic expectations.
Question 2 of 5
The patient is scheduled for a Radical perineal prostatectomy for prostate cancer. In what position would the patient be placed for surgery?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low lithotomy,' as it provides perineal access for prostatectomy unlike 'lateral' (A), 'high lithotomy' (C), excessive, or 'Kraske's' (D), rectal. In nursing, correct positioning ensures access; B aligns with NCLEX Perioperative, matching procedure to position.
Question 3 of 5
Under what circumstance is it permissible to remove the rubber stopper from medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: It's never okay,' as removing the stopper risks contamination unlike 'gloves/clamp' (A), 'not pushing' (B), or 'alcohol' (C), all insufficient. In nursing, sterility is absolute; D aligns with NCLEX Perioperative, upholding aseptic technique.
Question 4 of 5
In anticipation of a patient's scheduled surgery, the nurse is teaching her to perform deep breathing and coughing to use postoperatively. What action should the nurse teach the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct technique involves the patient in a sitting position taking a deep, slow breath in through the mouth, exhaling through the mouth, then taking a short breath and coughing from deep in the lungs. This promotes lung expansion and clears secretions post-surgery. Choice A's frequency is excessive, B's forceful exhale is incorrect, and D lacks coughing, missing the goal of secretion clearance. Per preoperative teaching, this method reduces risks like atelectasis, aligning with respiratory care standards.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse admitting a patient who is insulin dependent to the same-day surgical suite for carpal tunnel surgery. How should this patient's diagnosis of type 1 diabetes affect the care that the nurse plans?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Type 1 diabetes requires vigilant glucose monitoring to prevent hypo- or hyperglycemia during surgery. Dextrose bolus risks hyperglycemia; prolonged NPO isn't specific to diabetes; insulin infusion isn't routine for same-day surgery. Glycemic control is critical in preoperative planning.